Dear America
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2001
A historical fiction novel told through diary entries of a young girl during the American Civil War.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this diary.
The realities of war and its impact are described.
No profanity is used in the diary entries.
No blasphemous language or themes appear.
Substance abuse is not a theme in this book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
Descriptions of war and its aftermath can be somber.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the plot.
LGBTQ+ themes are absent from this book.
The narrative reflects the historical context of the era.
No specific religious figures or groups are depicted negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe young narrator shows resilience and courage.
Faith may be mentioned in the context of the era.
Family love and loyalty are central to the diary.
The story emphasizes survival and enduring hardship.
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